LCS Navigation Technician

WR Systems•Norfolk, VA

13d•$75,000 - $109,000•Onsite

About The Position

WR is hiring an LCS Navigation Technician to provide technical support for navigation systems aboard Littoral Combat Ships (LCS). Supported systems include MK39, AN/WSN-7, AN/WSN-7B, NAVIGAT, MARINS, AN/WSN-9, GPNTS, NAV-IS, VMS, NECDIS, and associated distribution systems. The position supports Casualty Reports (CASREPs), system installations, System Operational Verification Testing (SOVT), troubleshooting, and shipboard testing. The role is based in Norfolk, Virginia, may require travel up to 50%, and requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance. The selected candidate must pass a pre-employment third-party background check, which may verify employment history, education and certifications, criminal history, driving records, and other records or information related to suitability for the position. The stated salary range is $75,000–$109,000; the offered salary depends on factors including qualifications, education, experience, knowledge, skills, position scope and responsibilities, and market and business considerations. WR offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees.

Requirements

Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.
Formal technical training in U.S. Navy navigation equipment and systems.
At least eight years of hands-on experience with U.S. Navy navigation equipment and systems.
Experience in at least three of these four areas: Systems Requirements, Operational Requirements, Test and Evaluation, and Training.
Recognized subject matter expertise in U.S. Navy navigation equipment and systems, with demonstrated technical leadership in military, government, or defense industry environments.
Ability to pass a pre-employment third-party background check.

Responsibilities

Perform Pre-Deployment Grooms (PDAs), system operations, software installations, configuration updates, troubleshooting, testing, and System Operational Verification Testing (SOVT).
Collect and analyze technical data and prepare reports documenting findings, deficiencies, and recommendations for shipboard issues and the In-Service Engineering Agent (ISEA).
Troubleshoot, test, diagnose, and repair shipboard navigation equipment and systems.
Prepare detailed technical reports documenting equipment performance, maintenance activities, and corrective actions.
Provide navigation systems subject matter expertise in developing and reviewing Allowance Parts Lists (APLs), technical manuals, training curricula, Maintenance Index Pages (MIPs), Maintenance Requirement Cards (MRCs), and test procedures.
Prepare and submit Daily Status Reports (DSRs) and Weekly Status Reports (WSRs), ensuring issues are reported within 24 hours of occurrence.
Attend daily shipboard status meetings to document accomplishments, communicate technical findings, and report outstanding issues.